Specifications

Blood is drawn directly from the vein into the evacuated sterile collection tubes

Only one venipuncture is needed to draw multiple samples

Tubes can be changed while needle and plastic holder remain in place on patient's arm

Closures are color coded

Made of polyethylene terephthalate (PET)

With 3.2% buffered sodium citrate solution

Provide a safer work environment for all personnel by (1) reducing risk of tube breakage during handling; (2) eliminating breakage when tubes are centrifuged at higher speeds; and (3) eliminating breakage or chipping of tube rims when stopper is removed and reinserted